2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Acura TSX. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Taurus | TSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
